Washington Huskies: 10 things to watch in 2013

June 22, 2013

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5. Will Shaq Thompson thrive in his new role as a linebacker?
After playing the team's nickelback position last season as a freshman, Shaq Thompson moves to linebacker in 2013, where he'll look to improve upon his dominant freshman season. The former five-star recruit came to Washington as a a defensive back, but his athleticism and versatility have allowed the Huskies to experiment with Thompson on at linebacker. He could play a major role stopping the run and adding pass-rush in 2013.

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5. Will Shaq Thompson thrive in his new role as a linebacker?
After playing the team's nickelback position last season as a freshman, Shaq Thompson moves to linebacker in 2013, where he'll look to improve upon his dominant freshman season. The former five-star recruit came to Washington as a a defensive back, but his athleticism and versatility have allowed the Huskies to experiment with Thompson on at linebacker. He could play a major role stopping the run and adding pass-rush in 2013.